To build a universe from scratch (while obviously still leaving plenty of material to explore) is not an easy task to accomplish, but that's what this mini-series does. It runs three hours, but it's never dull, it never lets up, something is always happening. It has a compelling, complex story, first-rate sets and special effects (superior to "Doctor Who", and I like "Doctor Who"), strong performances (phenomenal in the case of Edward James Olmos), and even eye-candy in the (amazing) form of Tricia Helfer. Highly recommended whether or not you want to follow it up with the main series, though chances are that after watching it you will. ***1/2 out of 4.
Review of Battlestar Galactica
